Maharashtra Pollution Control Board cracks down on air pollution in Mumbai region, shutting 10 ready-mix concrete plants and imposing hefty penalties. Discover the full story of the enforcement drive.
Dr. Vijay Negalur explains the hidden risks when diabetes patients ignore diet but continue medicines & workouts. Uncontrolled eating leads to complications.
After a TOI report highlighted Nagpur's poor air quality, the MPCB has issued guidelines for citizens and authorities. Collective action on vehicles, waste, and dust is key to rapid improvement.
Maharashtra Pollution Control Board cracks down on air pollution, shuts 10 ready-mix concrete plants in MMR and recovers Rs 84 lakh in penalties. Inspections to continue as air quality remains a concern.
Struggling with cockroaches? These pests are dangerous and spread bacteria. Discover five effective, proven strategies to eliminate them and protect your home's hygiene.
Crushing a cockroach seems like a quick fix, but it can spread harmful bacteria and attract more pests. Discover safer, more effective methods for cockroach control in your home.
Animal rights activists in Lucknow protested the Supreme Court's interim order on removing dogs from public spaces. They demand strengthening of Animal Birth Control Rules and call the directive unscientific. Read more.
Animal rights activists in Chennai held silent protests demanding a Supreme Court stay on the mass removal of stray dogs before the Jan 7 deadline. They advocate for scientific ABC-ARV programs.
Winter drives lizards, rats, cockroaches, ants, and spiders indoors. Learn effective, preventative strategies to remove them and keep your home pest-free all season. Act now!
A German startup, SWARM Biotactics, is using cyborg cockroaches fitted with backpacks for military surveillance and disaster rescue. Discover how this insect-based tech works and its potential impact. Read the full story.
Discover why mice seek shelter in your home during colder months. Learn about their entry points, nesting habits, and effective, practical strategies to keep them out for good.
Kanpur administration seals a chemical factory and inspects 108 units to ensure Ganga purity for Magh Mela. Tannery closure roster enforced from Dec 31, 2025. Read the full report.
Delhi's air quality remains 'very poor' with AQI at 391, nearing severe levels. Key areas like Anand Vihar recorded 445. Govt announces Rs. 100 crore for water body rejuvenation and new E-Waste Park. Stay informed and take precautions.
India's first dedicated marine disaster response vessel, Samudra Pratap, is now operational. Learn how this ship will combat oil spills and protect our coastal ecosystem.
Delhi govt to continue 'No PUC, No Fuel' policy even after GRAP-IV lifts. Minister Sirsa announces crackdown on faulty PUC centres & Rs 100 crore for water bodies. Read more.
Haryana Pollution Board fines violators Rs 2.8 crore in Gurgaon & Nuh for flouting dust, genset, and industrial norms. Major construction projects shut. Read the full report.
MPCB officials visited a Baner construction site to evaluate dust & noise control measures as per NGT's Dec 8 directive. Monitoring stations installed for 24-hour assessment.
Thane Municipal Corporation announces a scientific initiative including shelters, sterilisation drives, and awareness campaigns to manage the city's stray dogs. Learn about the new measures.
Delhi CM announces strict enforcement of 'No PUC, No Fuel' rule to combat air pollution. Learn how this move aims to curb vehicle emissions and improve air quality in the capital.
Karnataka appoints 1,000 pharmacy students to support drug control efforts. Learn about the initiative's impact on public health and student careers.
Winter doesn't kill cockroaches; it drives them into your warm home. Learn why they invade in cold months, where they hide, and effective steps for control and prevention to keep your home pest-free.
Ghaziabad's third animal birth control centre, built for Rs 2 crore, launches in Vijay Nagar, boosting daily sterilisation capacity to 120 dogs. Learn how this tackles the city's stray population challenge.
Parel residents report SRA site violating pollution norms with late-night work and no dust control. MPCB and BMC respond. Read the full story.
Karnataka government commits to addressing the outdated Rent Control Act, promising action following a heated Assembly debate. Tenants and landlords await concrete steps.
Discover Megaloblatta, the giant cockroach genus from the Americas. Learn about its 9.7 cm body, 20 cm wingspan, unique sounds, and rainforest role. Explore fascinating insect facts!
National Pollution Control Day, observed on Dec 2, marks the Bhopal Gas Tragedy & highlights pollution's deadly health impact, causing 8.1 million deaths in 2021. Learn risks and solutions.
Andhra Pradesh emerges as India's top state in controlling HIV, recording an 88.72% decline in AIDS deaths and major reduction in new infections. Discover how they achieved this success story.
Odisha detects 2,462 HIV-positive cases from April to October through extensive testing. Ganjam reports highest numbers as officials cite unprotected sex among youth as primary cause. Learn about state's response.
Delhi's air quality shows slight improvement, moving from 'very poor' to 'poor' category with AQI at 269. However, thick smog continues to blanket ITO and other areas. Political criticism mounts over pollution crisis.
MCG awards 2-year contract to Jabalpur NGO for stray dog sterilisation at Rs 700 per dog. RWAs and veterinarians question feasibility, citing costs up to Rs 5,000 per procedure locally.